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Asset Classes

Investments that have similar characteristics. The three main asset classes are stocks, bonds, and cash.

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PROFILE / FACT FILE

Concept at a glance

Term: Asset Classes [1]
Subject area: Investor.gov glossary [1]
Jurisdiction / scope: US regulatory and investor-education context [1]
Primary reference: SEC · Investor.gov [1]

Definition and explanation

Investments that have similar characteristics. The three main asset classes are stocks, bonds, and cash. [1]

Source-supported connections

Asset Classes → Mentioned in the official explanation → Bonds [1]

Asset Classes → Mentioned in the official explanation → Asset [1]

Frequently asked questions

What does Asset Classes mean in the cited reference?

Investments that have similar characteristics. The three main asset classes are stocks, bonds, and cash. [1]

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Sources and review dates

US SEC · Investor.gov — Asset Classes ↗

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